Position Information

　　Functional TitleIndustrial Electrician/Mechanical Tech (High Voltage) - Montgomery County (Pool)

　　Recruitment Category TypeContinuous Hire

　　Functional CategoryProduction

　　GradeUH.15

　　FLSA StatusNon-Exempt

　　Requisition Number24-0109

　　Number of VacanciesVarious

　　Job LevelNon-Management

　　Job CodeN/A

　　Job Description Summary

　　Organization NameDepartment Office

　　Reports toSection Manager, Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance

　　Full or Part TimeFull Time

　　If Part Time how many hours per week

　　Regular or TemporaryRegular

　　Position End Date (if temporary)

　　Work Schedule

　　Varies

　　Position LocationMontgomery County

　　Position Summary Information

　　General Summary

　　TheIndustrial Electrician/Mechanical Tech (High Voltage) performs electrical work at the journey level in the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems within the Electrical Mechanical Section. If assigned to the Anaerobic Digestion/Combined Heat & Power (AD/ CHP ) facility, shares in the effective operation and maintenance of facility’s equipment.

　　Essential Functions

　　Oversees subordinate Electrical Mechanics

　　Determines reasons for wear and repairs various types of mechanical items such as pumps, compressors, conveyors, screens, valves, fans, etc. and makes appropriate repairs/recommendations for prevention

　　Replaces belts, bearings, couplings, chains, bearings, sprockets, augers, shafts, grease lines and flights as necessary and makes appropriate repairs/recommendations for prevention

　　Installs pumps, motors, pipes, street lights, heaters, exhaust fans, main feeders, conduits, valves, breakers, switchgear, and electrical controls as required

　　Repairs pneumatic and hydraulic control systems on valves and bubbler systems

　　Repairs controls of various voltages and types such as variable speed and synchronous motors

　　Maintains electrical substations up to 69KV

　　Services heating and air conditioning systems

　　Services generators and their associated automatic starting equipment

　　Installs, inspects, tests & repairs a wide variety of other electrical or mechanical equipment

　　Maintains gas collection and treatment equipment as well as gas flaring systems as needed

　　Maintains high and low-pressure steam boilers

　　Maintains and repairs drive units, fuel pumps, air compressors, lump breakers, grinders, scum pumps, off-gas systems, fuel oil tanks, multi-hearth incinerators and pumps

　　Lubricates and paints plant equipment; performs general plumbing and replaces malfunctioning pumps

　　Repairs and maintains water softener systems, cranes, boiler feed pumps, centrifuges, air dryers, re-aeration tanks and pneumatic controls

　　Repairs bar screens and conveyors and replaces couplings

　　Assists Electrical/Mechanical Section Manager in the repair of transformers, high voltage power supplies, and other equipment

　　Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

　　Other Functions

　　Performs other related duties as required

　　Work Environment And Physical Demands

　　Must be able to work in inclement weather with fluctuating temperatures, climbing ladders, scaffolding, descending underground

　　Exposure to the hazards of working in confined places and to high voltage electrical shock

　　Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

　　Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the electrical/mechanical trade and theory

　　Thorough knowledge of electrical mechanical construction and maintenance, including installation and/or modification of all sizes of electrical conduit, cables, wires, switches, automatic starting equipment, etc.

　　Some knowledge of electronic repair practices and methods

　　Skill in the use of tools and adjusting defects in electrical and mechanical systems and equipment

　　Ability to work from drawings, schematics and specifications

　　Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions

　　Knowledge of the applicable occupational hazards and safety precautions

　　Ability to work in inclement weather and fluctuating temperatures, climbing ladders, scaffolding, and descending underground, as well as exposure to the hazards of working in confined spaces with high voltage electricity

　　Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

　　High School diploma or equivalent

　　1 to 3 years of experience as anindustrial electrician

　　Substation experience that includes repair and servicing equipment such as oil circuit breakers, transformers, roll-out breakers, and switchgear controls (protective relays)

　　Experience in reading electrical one-line drawings, diagrams ofhigh voltage substationsand switchgear, interconnecting diagrams, and equipment location drawings of the same equipment

　　Additional Requirements

　　Possession of a valid driver’s license with no more than 4 points and the ability to obtain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date

　　Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work

　　If assigned to the AD/ CHP facility, incumbent(s) must obtain a Maryland 3rd Grade Stationary Engineers License within 4 years

　　Preferences

　　Experience with high voltage switchgear and substations 2.4 KV or higher

　　Satisfactory completion of an Apprentice Electrical or Apprentice Mechanical Program with applicable technical courses in electrical maintenance procedures or mechanical maintenance procedures, blue prints, schematics, etc.

　　Completion of technical courses in basic electricity, blueprints, and schematics

　　Possession of a Maryland 1st or 2nd Grade Stationary Engineers License

　　Salary$25.20 - $42.77 per hour

　　Posting Detail Information

　　EEO Statement

　　AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

　　Close Date

　　Open Until FilledYes

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Additional Information

　　This posting is an ongoing pool for those interested in the Electrical & Mechanical Technician position. The department will review applications as vacancies becomes available.

　　Candidates selected for hire may be placed at one of our Montgomery County locations.

　　This is a Union position under a collective bargaining agreement represented by AFSCME Local 2898.

　　All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

　　Supplemental Questions

　　Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

　　Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?Yes

　　No

　　Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?Yes

　　No

　　Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

　　Yes

　　No

　　Please select your location preference.Potomac

　　Germantown

　　Gaithersburg

　　No Preference

　　Applicant Documents

　　Required Documents

　　ResumeOptional Documents

　　Cover Letter/Letter of Application